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T955 JPP

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

24,450 mi
Last recorded24,450 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT955 JPP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 24,450 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 22,651 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 21,012 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 21,001 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 20,942 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 20,776 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 20,748 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 20,748 miles

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 38,942 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Jul 2014 19,705 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 19,128 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 18,600 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 18,102 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 18,102 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 17,448 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2009 16,644 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 15,786 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 14,940 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 14,431 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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T955 JPP is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1999 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 36,220 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T955 JPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 27 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T955 JPP registered?

T955 JPP is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 June 1999.

Is T955 JPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T955 JPP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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